Pouilly-Fumé

Pouilly-Fumé is an Appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC) for dry white wine from the Loire Valley wine-producing region of France. Pouilly-Fumé is made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety. It is characterized by smoky flavors and minerality. The vineyards are located in the communes Pouilly-sur-Loire, Saint-Andelain, Boisgibault, Tracy-sur-Loire (Nièvre). One of its most celebrated winegrowers was the late Didier Dagueneau.

It is situated on the opposite side of the Loire river from Sancerre.

External links

Pouilly-Fumé AOC. official site (English)